Lecturer, Health Management and Informatics / Health Economics

Company Description Amref International University focuses on training, research and extension in health sciences, emphasizing promotive, preventive, rehabilitative and palliative health. AmIU is founded on the experience and intellect of Amref Health Africa, which is reputed for its over 60 years of quality and innovative public and community health interventions, training, and education. It is committed to progressively developing innovative programmes catering to the present and future African and global health needs.

The University offers postgraduate, undergraduate, higher diploma, diploma· and certificate programmes and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses that prepare human resources for health to serve throughout the health system. AmIU will become the Pan African University in Primary Health care and seeks to train transformational leaders who will Inspire Lasting Change. For more on Amref International University, please visit  https://amref.ac.ke Job Description Key Responsibilities Deliver lectures, tutorials, seminars, and skills-based sessions in Public Health to graduate and undergraduate students as allocated.

Provide technical assistance in the design, development, review, and implementation of curricula and syllabi. Develop, moderate, and administer Examinations. Provide academic advising and mentorship to students. Participate in internal and external moderation processes of university examinations Participate in departmental, faculty, and University committees. Support in developing work plans, schedules, and budgets.

Contribute to quality assurance and accreditation processes for training resources and practice sites. Mentor junior academic staff, including graduate assistants, tutorial fellows, visiting lecturers, and adjunct faculty. Represent the department at academic and public engagements; and stakeholders forums Provide technical assistance in developing training guidelines, policies, and business plans.

Support student recruitment, orientation, and onboarding at the departmental/school level. Conduct independent and collaborative research within an area of specialization. Apply for and manage research and health development grants. Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at academic conferences and seminars. Supervise postgraduate researchers (Master’s and PhD candidates) in proposal  writing,  thesis development and examination. Undertake identification of supervisors and examiners.

Undertake accreditation, audits, and quality assurance activities Participate in departmental, school, and University committees, and support the in planning and budgeting Qualifications Qualifications PhD in Public Health (Health Management/Informatics) or a health related discipline from a recognized institution. Training in Health Informatics or Health Records or Health Management Registered with the relevant professional body, where applicable.

Demonstrated evidence of postgraduate supervision and independent/collaborative research. Evidence of scholarly publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals. Experience and Knowledge At least three (3) years of university teaching experience in Public Health/ Health Economics/ Health Management/ Health Informatics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Demonstrated experience in curriculum design, development, and review.

Demonstrated experience in postgraduate supervision (Master’s and/or PhD students). Experience reviewing postgraduate proposals, theses, and dissertations, and serving on academic committees. Experience in quality assurance, curriculum review, or accreditation is an added advantage. Sound knowledge of research methodology, research ethics, and academic integrity requirements. Familiarity with postgraduate policies, examination procedures, and higher education regulatory standards.

Skills Strong pedagogical, assessment, and feedback skills. Excellent research and grant-writing competencies. Excellent wr